Head to head
Bockmann Champion C Esprit vs Cheval Liberte Maxi4
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 1.8m (6ft) longer inside and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 1.8m (6ft) longer inside.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 42cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Champion C Esprit | Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3500kg |
| Internal length | 3100mm | 4900mm |
| Internal width | 1650mm | 2070mm |
| Internal height | 2300mm | 2300mm |
| Payload | 1565kg | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 1500kg |
Sources: Bockmann Champion C Esprit, Cheval Liberte Maxi4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Champion C Esprit if...
A dressed-up version of Bockmann's aluminium Champion trailer, adding a pop-up window and styling touches over the standard Champion C. It targets private owners who want a smarter-looking aluminium trailer without moving up to the Portax range.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the Maxi4 if...
- you want one that is 1.8m (6ft) longer inside
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 42cm (1.5ft) wider inside
The four-horse version of the Maxi range, used by yards, dealers and competition riders who regularly move multiple horses at once. Its herringbone loading is claimed by the maker to be more comfortable for horses than straight loading over long journeys.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Champion C Esprit and the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 1.8m (6ft) longer inside and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Champion C Esprit is a aluminium 2-horse trailer with a styled Esprit trim package; the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Bockmann Champion C Esprit or the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
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